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Description: Solo was launched on 1st July 1997 by the Switch Card Scheme. Like its sister card Switch, Solo is a fully electronic ... more
Solo Card Services ... debit. However, Solo offers a new level of financial control and reassurance: every transaction is authorised, so cardholders can only spend what is available in their account.

Newest Review: ... It's supplied by many banks, such as HSBC and NatWest and allows you to pay for goods in shops as well as to withdraw money from ATMs. Solo is on the Chip and Pin system, so is a safe way to pay for stuff. In theory no one should be able to use your card in a shop, unless they know your pin, which you don't tell anyone, so perfect. Solo is accepted most places these days, but still not ... more

 ... everywhere and if I was to suggest a negative point regarding Solo, it would definitely be that many places refuse to accept it. Even online, many places will display a pop up message saying "Sorry we cannot accept solo" when you attempt to pay f...more

CokaCola
Premium Review Solo Card Services: Fast & Safe (249 words)
by - written on 03/01/09 (Useful, 1183 readings)
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Solo is quite a good way to pay for items, because its direct debit system ensures that the user does not get into debt, unlike switch which may allow you overspend and become overdrawn. That's why Solo is so popular with teenagers and young savers. It's supplied by many banks, such as HSBC and NatWest and allows you to pay for goods in shops as well as to withdraw money from ATMs. Solo is on the Chip and Pin system, so is a safe way to pay for stuff. In theory no one should be able to use your card in a shop, unless they know your pin, which you don't tell anyone, so perfect. Solo is accepted most places these days, but still not everywhere and if I was to suggest ...  Read the complete review

aron+prince
Express Review on Solo Card Services
by aron prince - written on 16/09/08
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can any one tell me how to get one of these solo cards i really want one because i do a lot of buying and selling on ebay and i keep havng to ask my dad to borrow his credit card and he is getting very fed up with me keep using it i would rather get one of these solo cards no website that i have searched has told me where and how to get one i would realy appreaciate it if you could tell me thank you very much aron

zackcocker07
Premium Review Solo Card Services: Great Card For Teenagers (137 words)
by - written on 15/05/07 (Useful, 1886 readings)
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Good Points Given to children Over 11 (Natwest) 13 (HSBC) Accepted everywhere, even abroad Chip & Pin Bad Points Nothing General Comments I am writing this review on behalf of my son. My son got his Solo Debit Card from our local Natwest bank. We went in to ask about the accounts they offered, and the account was set up. 3 Days later the card arrived, then 2 days after the pin number arrived after activating the card. My son has used the card all over our local town and online. It's perfect for a teenager as you don't have to carry cash around with you. I would recommend this card to ...  Read the complete review

Andrew+LG
Premium Review Solo Card - Must have for under 18's! (82 words)
by - written on 05/07/06 (Somewhat useful, 1537 readings)
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I opened a NatWest (Card Plus) account to i could have this card. And i don't regret it one bit! It's accepted most place's i shop (try not to get this confused with the "Switch" sign). Amazon, Play, Currys and more accept this card. HSBC (Live Cash) Let you have this card from 13+, but NatWest (Card Plus) let you have it from 11+. Overall must have for Under 18's (Over 18's can have one aswell)! Thank's, Andrew ...  Read the complete review

jord121290
Premium Review Solo Card Services: Perfect card for young people (592 words)
by - written on 10/11/05 (Very useful, 7881 readings)
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The Solo card was launched by the Switch Card Scheme in July 1997 (hence the Switch and Solo logos been very similar). In many ways the Solo card works identically to the Switch (or now Maestro) card, it is a fully electronic debit card that can be used in thousands of retail outlets in the high street as well as most major online shops. The Solo card is differnet to Switch/Maestro however, in its level of financial control. Before a payment is processed, the card has to be authroised (we're talking a matter of seconds here, so there's no big wait) and you'll never be allowed to spend more than you have in your account. Solo is designed to ...  Read the complete review

 
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